St. Paschal Baylon Parish, Thornhill

09/11/2026

Join us in prayer for St. Padre Pio’s Sacred Heart Novena, beginning Monday, September 14 through September 22. The Novena will be recited immediately after the 8:00 a.m. Mass, before the Rosary, as we prepare to celebrate St. Padre Pio’s Feast Day on September 23.

All are warmly invited to join us in prayer.

09/10/2026

𝟏𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐞𝐬
𝑃𝑜𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑑: 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 10, 2026
Pope Leo XIV has chosen “Even Just One of These Children” as the theme for this year’s World Day of Migrants and Refugees, observed on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Inspired by Matthew 18:5, this year’s theme highlights the dignity and value of every migrant and refugee, with particular attention to children and minors on the move. We are called to welcome, protect, and accompany those who are most vulnerable.
Special Mass in the Archdiocese of Toronto: The Archdiocese of Toronto invites you to join us for a special Mass commemorating the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Vincent Nguyen, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toronto, and will take place at 11:30AM on September 27th at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, located at 1148 Finch Avenue in Pickering.
Please refer to the poster for additional details.

𝟏𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐞𝐬
𝑃𝑜𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑑: 𝑆𝑒𝑝𝑡𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 10, 2026

Pope Leo XIV has chosen “Even Just One of These Children” as the theme for this year’s World Day of Migrants and Refugees, observed on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

Inspired by Matthew 18:5, this year’s theme highlights the dignity and value of every migrant and refugee, with particular attention to children and minors on the move. We are called to welcome, protect, and accompany those who are most vulnerable.

Special Mass in the Archdiocese of Toronto: The Archdiocese of Toronto invites you to join us for a special Mass commemorating the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Vincent Nguyen, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toronto, and will take place at 11:30AM on September 27th at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, located at 1148 Finch Avenue in Pickering.

Please refer to the poster for additional details.

For the full message from Pope Leo XIV, please click the link below:
https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/messages/migration/documents/20260811-world-migrants-day-2026.html

09/10/2026

Are you interested in becoming Catholic or completing your Sacraments of Initiation? We warmly invite you to join RCIA and take the next step in your journey of faith.

The program begins in January 2027 and concludes at the Easter Vigil.

For registration and information:
stpaschalbaylonth.archtoronto.org
905-889-9021
[email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you and accompanying you on this journey of faith.

09/03/2026

Today, September 3, 2026, we joyfully celebrate the 60th Sacerdotal Anniversary of Rev. Fr. Camillo Lando, C.S.

Born on January 19, 1941, in Rossano Veneto, Vicenza, Italy, Fr. Lando answered God’s call by joining the Missionaries of St. Charles (Scalabrinians), a religious congregation dedicated especially to the pastoral care of migrants and people on the move.

After completing his religious formation and studies in philosophy and theology in Piacenza, Italy, he made his perpetual profession on October 7, 1964, and was ordained a priest on September 3, 1966, in his home parish in Rossano Veneto.

For the past 60 years, Fr. Lando has faithfully served Christ and His people in numerous communities in Canada and the United States, including Hamilton, Mississauga, Montreal, Providence, and Everett. More recently, he has served as priest in residence at St. Paschal Baylon Parish in Thornhill, Ontario.

Throughout his ministry, Fr. Lando has accompanied families, migrants, and parish communities with faith, humility, compassion, and a deep love for the Eucharist.

“The priesthood is the love of the Heart of Jesus.”
— St. John Mary Vianney

JOIN US TONIGHT AT 7:00 PM FOR HOLY MASS
We warmly invite everyone to join Fr. Lando in giving thanks to God for the beautiful gift of his priesthood and 60 years of faithful service to the Church.

Let us celebrate with him and surround him with our prayers and gratitude on this very special milestone.

Happy 60th Sacerdotal Anniversary, Fr. Camillo!
Ad multos et faustissimos annos!

08/26/2026

WORLD YOUTH DAY SEOUL 2027 FUNDRAISER!

Come support our journey to World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul while enjoying some delicious Pork BBQ and finding great treasures at our Garage Sale!

PORK BBQ
$4 — 1 pc
$7 — 2 pcs
$5 — 1 pc + Drink
$9 — 2 pcs + Drink

GARAGE SALE
Clothes, books, household items & more!

Every purchase helps support our WYD 2027 journey. Whether you grab a BBQ, shop the garage sale, or simply help spread the word, we truly appreciate your support!

Eat good. Find good things. Support a great mission.

08/25/2026

Attention All Parish Volunteers

All volunteers serving in ministry positions are required by the Archdiocese of Toronto to complete the Volunteer Screening Process applicable to their role.

Final deadline: Sunday, August 30
Submit all completed forms to the Parish Office.

If you have not received an email about the screening process, contact us immediately at: [email protected]

Thank you for your prompt cooperation and continued service to our parish community.

08/23/2026

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who helped make our Feast of the Assumption celebration a tremendous success!

Despite the limitations caused by the ongoing construction, the celebration was very well attended. The Triduum, Vigil Mass, Living Rosary, and liturgies throughout the day were special moments of devotion and meaningful expressions of faith.

A very special thank-you to all our parish groups and volunteers for their tireless efforts and valuable contributions. The religious and social events brought our community together, and for this, we are truly grateful.

May God bless you all!

- Fr. Ezio, Fr. Mario & Fr. Lando

08/22/2026

WYD SEOUL 2027 FUNDRAISER

Join us August 29 & 30 for our Garage Sale and BBQ Fundraiser in support of World Youth Day 2027!

GARAGE SALE
After all Masses

BBQ
Saturday: after the 5:00 pm Mass
Sunday: after the 11:00 am, 1:00 pm & 4:00 pm Masses

Donations are welcome!

Questions? Contact the Parish Office or Kristen at [email protected].

08/21/2026

Parish Construction Update – August 21, 2026

We have reached an exciting milestone in our parish expansion and renovation project: demolition of the former hall, meeting rooms, kitchen hall and chapel is now complete!

Work has moved into the next phase, including concrete slab removal, exposure of the footings and foundation walls, excavation and partial backfilling. We are also pleased to share a rendering of the future Chapel of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament.

Thanks to your generosity, we have raised $586,587 toward our $1,000,000 goal. Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we build the future of our parish together.

View the complete update at stpaschalbaylonth.archtoronto.org.

08/19/2026

Construction Update

Exciting progress is underway! Demolition is now complete, and excavation has begun for the foundation of our new hall. By the end of this week, demolition of the Adoration Chapel is also expected to begin as we continue moving forward with this important project.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported us through your prayers, generosity, and encouragement. Your support is helping turn this vision into reality.

As construction continues, we invite those who are able to support the project with a donation. Every contribution, large or small, helps us build a space that will serve our parish community for generations to come.

Thank you for building with us, praying with us, and believing in the future of our parish. May God bless you for your generosity!